Exotic Myanmar: Ancient Kingdoms and Hidden Temples on the Irrawaddy River
15 days
Map not provided by operator
Additional images not provided by operator
Video not provided by operator
Group Tour
Explore Yangon and Inle Lake with local experts, then discover sacred temples and traditional ways of life along the Irrawaddy, from Mandalay to Bagan aboard a luxury river boat.
$5,393
From$3,995
Member Savings
Save up to $700!
Sign in to see which companies give additional
savings to Travelstride Members (it’s free)
Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule
Highlights
- Explore the most sacred Buddhist pagoda in Yangon for the Burmese - the Shwedagon Pagoda
- Journey to Inle Lake to discover the Intha people’s floating farms and markets and learn about their unique leg-rowing technique
- Explore life along the Irrawaddy River aboard a river cruise boat, viewing ancient temples, local villages and people and a landscape from long ago
What's this trip about?
Explore Yangon and Inle Lake with local experts, then discover sacred temples and traditional ways of life along the Irrawaddy, from Mandalay to Bagan aboard a luxury river boat.
Compare to similar trips
Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide
Travel Themes
Destinations
View Similar Trips
Itinerary
Day
1
In Transit to Program
In Flight
Day
2
En Route
In Flight
Day
3
Arrive Yangon, Check-In, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
Yangon D Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon
Activity note: Hotel check-in available 2:00 p.m. Arrivals throughout the day. Transfer time from the airport to the hotel will be approximately 50 minutes to an hour d...
Day
4
National Museum, Shwedagon Paya
Yangon B,L,D Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon
Activity note: Cameras and any bags are not allowed in The National Museum. Walking approximately 1.5 miles (2 kilometers); mostly even terrain; watch out for occasional potholes; one b...
Day
5
Fly to Inle Lake, Floating Gardens, Monastery
Inle Lake B,L,D Pristine Lotus Spa Resort
Activity note: Early morning flight from Yangon to Heho (near Inle Lake) is 1 hour. Coach transfer from airport to lakefront town of Nyuang Shwe is approximately 1 hour. Inle ...
Day
6
Long Tail Boats, Village Market, Silk Weaving Village
Inle Lake B,L,D Pristine Lotus Spa Resort
Activity note: Early departure for full day field trip away from the resort. Morning departure on the lake that involves walking across planks and getting into/out of ...
Day
7
Inle Lake, fly to Mandalay, Embark Ship, Classical Ballet
Mandalay B,L,D Paukan 2012
Activity note: Late afternoon flight from Heho to Mandalay; approximately 40 minute flight. 1 hour transfer by motor coach from Mandalay airport to jetty to board the ship.
...
Day
8
Mandalay Discovery, Amarapura, U-Bein Bridge
Sagaing B,L,D Paukan 2012
Breakfast: For early risers, coffee and tea is served on the sun deck. Buffet on board the ship.
Morning: Depart by motor coach towards Mandalay Hill where spiraling staircases lead to sw...
Day
9
River Cruise, Mingun, Sagaing
River village B,L,D Paukan 2012
Activity note: Board a motorcoach to drive to the base of Sagaing Hills and then board open air trucks with wooden benches to drive up to the top of the hill.
Breakfast: For early risers, coffee a...
Day
10
Cruise Downstream, Lathapyin Village
Yandabo B,L,D Paukan 2012
Activity note: Ship cruises downstream from Sagaing towards Yandabo; approximately 60 miles.
Breakfast: For early risers, coffee and tea is served on the sun deck. Buffet on board the ship.
...
Day
11
Cruise towards Yandabo, School and Village Visit
River village B,L,D Paukan 2012
Activity note: Cruise downstream from Yandabo towards Bagan. Tonight we moor overnight north of Bagan.
Breakfast: For early risers, coffee and tea is served on the sun deck. Bu...
Day
12
Bagan Discovery, Puppet Show
Bagan B,L,D Paukan 2012
Activity note: Optional, sunrise balloon ride for an additional fee. Cost is not included in your program fee. Information about balloon ride listed in the mailings, under free time options in Bagan. The field...
Day
13
Village Visits, Sunset view of Temples
Bagan B,L,D Paukan 2012
Activity note: Village visits are a short 10-30 minute drive outside of the Bagan zone by private motorcoach. Tonight we moor overnight at Aye Yar Jetty in Bagan.
Breakfast: Buffet on board the ...
Day
14
Disembark Ship, Fly to Yangon, City Discovery with Students
Yangon B,D Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon
Activity note: Morning flight from Bagan to Yangon; approximately 1.5 hours.
Breakfast: On board the ship
Morning: We disembark the ship and transfe...
Day
15
Program Concludes
In Flight B
Breakfast: At the hotel. This concludes our program.
Morning: Airport transfers to Yangon International Airport (RGN). Refer to your personal air itinerary for flight information. If you are returning home, safe travels. If you...
Want a tailor-made trip instead?
Your trip, your way, planned by an expert:
- You choose budget, destinations, activities, transport & lodging type
- Expert designs the itinerary for you, and once approved, takes care of logistics
Dates & Availability
Price From $3,995
Price per day$266
Last Updated: 9/22/2021
Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Road Scholar.
The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.
Road Scholar Reviews & Ratings
Other Road Scholar Reviews
Road Scholar Company Reviewsby Road Scholar
Ageist gaslighting
I enrolled early in the French Art Voyage because of the caliber of the sites visited: no visit to the overly crowded Louvre but rather to Monet’s Giverny and Cezann...
Road Scholar Company Reviewsby Road Scholar
Disappointing …
Although the trip was lovely in many ways, the guide spent the entire tour touting his own ludicrous "theories" (the ancient Egyptians saw dinosaurs, they traveled t...
Road Scholar Company Reviewsby Road Scholar
Wonders of Costa Rica at a slower pace
When I signed up for the Wonders of Costa Rica at a slower pace. The hotel listed in the itinerary for day 8&9 was a 4 star hotel on the beach called the Punta L...
Travelers also viewed
Tour Operator
About Travelstride
Find your perfect trip
An epic selection of pre-planned trips on every continent, for every style. Thousands of itineraries from over 1,000 trusted travel companies.
Save time
Use simple search and comparison tools to easily find the best trip. Don't sweat the logistics — travel providers plan for you.
Save money
Book directly with the operator. See inclusive packages for the best values, and get access to amazing deals.
Travel confidently
Read unbiased user reviews, pick the operator that suits your needs, and connect with them directly.
Logistics
Accommodation
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against
unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies.
It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before
or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination.
It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements.
For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements,
please visit this link
.
Meals Included
- 34 Meals
- 12 Breakfasts
- 10 Lunches
- 12 Dinners
- The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Salt
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
[object Object]
Trip ID
roadscholar-78
Become a member
(it's free)
- Save up to $700 per person
- Access members-only specials
- Personalize trip recommendations
Sign in to reveal savings up to $700 per person!